#SEABA2017: Hanbin Ng believes Singapore stands a good chance in SEABA

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Singapore have progressed rapidly in the past few years, rising through the ranks to become a legitimate threat to the dominance of the Philippines in Southeast Asia. One of the reasons for their rise has been a steady influx of young, talented and confident players, who have been gaining a lot of invaluable experience playing for the top regional club league in their sub-zone, the ASEAN Basketball League (ABL).

A prime example of an exceptional up-and-comer is none other than Hanbin Ng. The 1.94m forward  has been at the forefront of Singapore's new generation of trailblazing hoopsters bent on elevating the status of the game in their country and ensuring that the national team continues to be highly competitive. 

#SEABA2016 Stankovic Cup Final Day Roundup

Jio Jalalon basks in glory after helping the Gilas Cadets bag the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup title.

The Gilas Cadets had another tough outing against host team Thailand, but they used a strong finishing kick to bag the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup title. Both teams qualified to play in the 2016 FIBA Asia Challenge, but it was Gilas that was able to bring the bacon home.

Scores and Recaps:

Day 6
SINGAPORE over MALAYSIA, 68-62
Box scores. 
- For the second straight game, Malaysia fell short of beating arch-rival Singapore. The Singaporeans leaned on the 20-point, 16-rebound double-double of big man Delvin Goh to prevail and pocket third place. Leon Kwek and Qing Huang Toh backstopped Goh with 13 and 12 markers respectively, while Chee Kheun Ma paced the losing side with 14. This was a great result for Singapore considering they were missing many key players like Wei Long Wong and Desmond Oh.

#SEABA2016 Stankovic Cup Day Five Roundup

Troy Rosario and the Gilas Cadets celebrate after sneaking past Thailand.

The Gilas Cadets barely survived their last elims match-up against hosts Thailand in the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup. Gilas had a lot of trouble against a very motivated home team, and they will get to play against each other again in the Final. Malaysia, meanwhile, fell short of beating rival Singapore in the day’s first game.

Scores and Recaps:

Day 5
SINGAPORE over MALAYSIA, 61-55
Box scores. 
- Malaysia was in control for much of this game until the Singporeans unfurled an 18-6 finishing kick to pull the rug from under their foes. Leon Kwek finally broke out for the victors, scoring 15 points to lead Singapore, while John Ng added 11 markers. Delvin Goh also impressed with 9 points, 15 rebounds, and 3 steals. Malaysia, meanwhile, was paced by veteran center Yoong Jing Kwaan and Chee Kheun Ma, who scored 19 and 10 points respectively.

#SEABA2016 Stankovic Cup Day Four Roundup

RR Pogoy helped lead the Gilas Cadets to a 3-0 record on Day 4.

The Gilas Cadets remained unscathed in the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup after blowing past Indonesia on Day 4. Host country Thailand also remained undefeated after making quick work of Singapore in the main game.

Scores and Recaps:

Day 4
GILAS CADETS over INDONESIA, 83-52
Box scores. 
- FEU standouts RR Pogoy and Mike Tolomia led the Gilas Cadets as they cruised past Indonesia for their third win in as many games. Pogoy hit 2 triples en route to 12 points, while Tolomia recorded 7 assists on top of a dozen markers as well. UST star forward Kevin Ferrer also impressed, recording 10 points for the Filipinos, who tangle with very dangerous Thailand on Day 5. Surliyadin Surliyadin shot 6/15 from the floor to finish with 12 points to pace the Indons, who remained winless.

#SEABA2016 Stankovic Cup Day Three Roundup

"The Bus Driver" Jio Jalalon led the Gilas Cadets past Singapore on Day 3.

The Gilas Cadets continued their winning ways in the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup, outgunning Singapore on Day 3 even as Malaysia notched their first win at the expense of Indonesia.

Scores and Recaps:

Day 3
GILAS CADETS over SINGAPORE, 81-59
Box scores. 
- The Filipinos built a double-digit lead early in the game and repulsed a late rally by Singapore to record their second win of the tournament. The backcourt trio of Jio Jalalon, Almond Vosotros, and Mike Tolomia torched the nets here, combining to score 43 points. The Philippine team also won the battle of the boards, 46-21, with Reymar Jose and Troy Rosario each grabbing 9 rebounds. Delvin Goh paced the Singaporeans with 17 points, while John Ng added a dozen markers.

#SEABA2016 Stankovic Cup Day Two Roundup

Host team Thailand continued to roll in the 2016 SEABA Stankovic Cup, trouncing Malaysia to move up to 2-0. Singapore, meanwhile, drubbed the Indons to start off their campaign in style.

Scores and Recaps:

Day 2
SINGAPORE over INDONESIA, 62-40
Box scores. 
- Delvin Goh and Lim Shengyu each put up a monster double-double to lead the Singaporeans in blowing out the hapless Indons. Goh scored 13 points and grabbed 12 rebounds, while Lim also impressed with a game-high 24 markers and also a dozen boards. Singapore started with tight defense, limiting Indonesia to only 3 points in the first quarter. Surliyadin paced the Indons with 18 points and 9 rebounds, but he shot just 6/24 from the field.

Line of the Game: Lim Shengyu (SG) - 24pts, 12rebs, 2asts, 2stls, 2blks, 12/14 FGs.

Delvin Goh is the undisputed rising star of Singapore hoops.
(image from Onvisa Thewphaingarm)

Lim Shengyu exploded for 24 points for the victors.
(image from Onvisa Thewphaingarm)

Yerikho Tuasela and the rest of the Indons are in a 0-2 hole.
(image from Onvisa Thewphaingarm)

THAILAND over MALAYSIA, 85-66
Box scores. 
- The Thais started strong in this game and cruised to their second straight double-digit win of the tournament. This time, it was Nakorn Jainasuk who led the way, hitting 6 triples en route to 18 points in only 15 minutes. Bandit Lakhan also did well with 11 points, while Theerawat Chanthachon and Chitchai Ananti each tallied 10 markers. On the other end, Yoon Jing Kwaan had 20 points and 5 rebounds, while fellow big man Tian Yuan Kuek added 11 markers to pace the Malaysians, who fell to 0-2.

Line of the Game: Nakorn Jainasuk (THA) - 18pts, 2rebs, 2asts, 6 triples, 6/8 FGs.

Attaporn Lertmalaiporn barrels down the middle of the Malaysian defense.
(image from Mthai.com)

Bandit Lakhan is one of the young, up-and-coming stars for Thailand.
(image from Mthai.com)

Star Thai playmaker Kannut Samerjai continues to shine for the hosts.
(image from Mthai.com)

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